Lake Purdy Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Golden rays inside emerald spring forest
Golden rays inside emerald spring forest

Popular places to visit

University of Alabama at Birmingham campus, Birmingham, Alabama, United States.

University of Alabama at Birmingham

5/5(2 reviews)

Walk around the campus at University of Alabama at Birmingham during your visit to Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

University of Alabama at Birmingham
Barber Motorsports Park featuring interior views

Barber Motorsports Park

Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.

Barber Motorsports Park
Woman jogging on street in city, Birmingham, Alabama, USA

The Summit

5/5(1 review)

You can enjoy retail therapy at The Summit during your stay in Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.

The Summit
African Elephant in a zoo setting in Birmingham Alabama.

Birmingham Zoo

Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Birmingham Zoo during your holiday in Birmingham? In the area, take in the acclaimed theatre scene and mountain views.

Birmingham Zoo
The Alabama Theatre was built in 1927 by Paramount Studios as an Alabama showcase for Paramount films. It was used primarily as a movie palace for 55 years. In 1987 the owners of the facility declared bankruptcy and the theatre was purchased by Birmingham Landmarks Inc. Now the Alabama Theatre for the Performing Arts, it hosts many live events. Each year the Theatre hosts over 300 events attended by a half million People. In 1998 the Theatre underwent a complete restoration.

Alabama Theater

Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a popular theatre in Birmingham. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

Alabama Theater
Sloss Furnaces which includes industrial elements

Sloss Furnaces

Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.

Sloss Furnaces

Activities

Uncover the Paranormal on a Birmingham Ghost Tour.

Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten

AU$44
per adult
Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
Arlington Antebellum House

Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights

AU$142
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
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Our pick of the best Lake Purdy Hotel Deals

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Birmingham - Inverness

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Birmingham - Inverness

3 out of 5
513 Cahaba Park Cir Birmingham AL
The price is AU$116 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$116
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (384 reviews)
Room was clean But barley no water pressure in the shower

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Birmingham - Inverness
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

4 out of 5
1000 Riverchase Galleria Birmingham AL
The price is AU$209 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$209
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,431 reviews)
Love this place for easy access to any part of town Staff is amazing rooms are very comfortable

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Red Roof Inn Birmingham South

Red Roof Inn Birmingham South

2 out of 5
1466 Montgomery Highway Birmingham AL
The price is AU$115 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$115
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,015 reviews)
Staff is very friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover

3 out of 5
120 Riverchase Pkwy E Birmingham AL
The price is AU$142 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$142
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,272 reviews)
Great location and staff and facility

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood

3 out of 5
60 State Farm Pkwy Birmingham AL
The price is AU$122 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$122
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (705 reviews)
Great room

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
Hyatt Place Birmingham/Hoover

Hyatt Place Birmingham/Hoover

3.5 out of 5
2980 John Hawkins Parkway Birmingham AL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$167 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$167
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,486 reviews)
There was a syringe in the wastebasket in the room (they did refund one nights stay because of this). The floors in the room were sticky and dirty. The whole hotel smelled strongly of artificial cleaner scents. The breakfast options were meager and limited.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Hyatt Place Birmingham/Hoover
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Other neighbourhoods around Lake Purdy

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Vestavia Hills

Visitors to Vestavia Hills enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Birmingham Ballet is worth a stop.

Vestavia Hills
Aaaah Back home! Mountain Brook is were it all began for me many moons ago! This image is of "The Old Mill" or "Old Mill House", a 1926 replica of Perryman's Mill built by the Jemison Companies to promote the newly-developed residential suburb of Mountain Brook. It is located on the foundations of the earlier grist mill, on the bank of Shades Creek at 2780 Mountain Brook Parkway. Tip - Early morning is better. Be aware this is a private residence in a residential area... not a tourist attraction. There is a linear park with a popular running trail along this road. Plenty of pull in parking spots along the side of the road and a great place to watch the fabulous Mountain Brook housewives strut their stuff. #TroverDetour

Mountain Brook

Mountain Brook is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Birmingham Zoo.

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Homewood

Travellers come to Homewood for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Birmingham Zoo and Pete Hanna Center while you're in town.

Homewood
Truly the best view of the city is from Crest Road. FYI, This is NOT a spot that locals ... or local Law Enforcement want a bunch of tourists visiting. The small one way street only runs about 1000 feet and no stopping is allowed. The street is closed with a keypad locked gate after 7 p.m. I parked down the street and walked up just before 7 p.m. for this shot. Please be aware that in this part of town there is a lot of affluence and Local Law Enforcement is VERY serious about protecting its community... If you look out of place they will find a reason... dig?

Redmont Park

If you're spending some time in Redmont Park, Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Birmingham Zoo are top sights worth seeing.

Redmont Park
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Red Mountain

If you're spending some time in Red Mountain, Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Avondale Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.

Red Mountain
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Irondale

Visitors to Irondale enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Train Watching Platform is worth a stop.

Irondale

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